Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Zinnkoepflé
ゲヴュルツトラミネール グラン・クリュ ツィンコフレ
Bestheim
Gewurztraminer
About this wine
A Grand Cru Gewurztraminer from Zinnkoepflé, the highest Grand Cru vineyard in Alsace (200-440m altitude) in the communes of Westhalten and Soultzmatt, on limestone-sandstone soils. Deep golden in color, it shows rich aromas of spice and exotic fruit (mango), an intense and complex bouquet, an attack of roundness and spice, and a long finish with notes of honey and pepper — reflecting the terroir's classic peony, verbena, menthol, and liquorice character.
A powerful, aromatic Grand Cru that shows just how intense great Gewurztraminer terroir can be.
Sommelier's Note
"Zinnkoepflé's altitude and limestone-sandstone soil give this Gewurztraminer a spice-and-honey intensity few other terroirs can match."
Food Pairings
A textbook match for Munster or Roquefort cheese, duck foie gras, and fruit-based pastries.
When to drink it
Special dinners, cheese course, gifting for wine enthusiasts
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Gewurztraminer
- Style
- White
- Price Range
- ¥5,000-7,500 (estimated, converted from EU/international Grand Cru retail price ~€18-28)
Terroir & Winemaking
From Zinnkoepflé, Alsace's highest-altitude Grand Cru (200-440m), on limestone-sandstone soils in Westhalten and Soultzmatt.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Zinnkoepflé a special terroir?
- It is the highest-altitude Grand Cru in Alsace (200-440m), located on limestone-sandstone soils in Westhalten and Soultzmatt, known for aromatic richness.
- What does this wine taste like?
- Deep golden with spice and exotic fruit (mango) aromas, a round and spicy attack, and a long finish of honey and pepper.
- What food pairs well with it?
- Character cheeses like Munster or Roquefort, duck foie gras, and fruit-based pastries are classic matches.
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